Overview

The Psychology programme at Yale University is designed to train the next generation of researchers who will broaden the knowledge base of psychological science. Students benefit from an environment that integrates biological, emotional, and cognitive perspectives to understand normal and abnormal behaviour. This curriculum prepares graduates for significant roles in both academic and professional research settings.

Why Psychology at Yale University?

The department boasts an illustrious history and continues to lead the field by recruiting world-class scholars in diverse psychological disciplines. Students have the unique opportunity to collaborate across various labs and participate in interdisciplinary programmes, such as health sciences and social neuroscience. The relatively small cohort size ensures that every student receives extensive individual attention and a tailored educational experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 50900 per year
National fee: USD 50900 per year
Local fee: USD 50900 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around specific areas of concentration that allow for deep specialisation and cross-disciplinary research. Modules may include:

Clinical Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Neuroscience
Social-Personality Psychology
Cognitive, Affective and Social Neuroscience
Health Sciences
Research Methods

Careers with Psychology

Graduates from this programme are primarily prepared for careers as researchers within university environments or applied scientific settings. The training emphasises the development of substantive and methodological expertise, enabling alumni to influence public policy and address complex societal problems. Many graduates secure positions in higher education, research institutes, and organisations focused on individual and community wellbeing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The relatively small size of our graduate program and the large number of primary and affiliated faculty ensure that each student receives extensive attention in following an individualized curriculum.

Over the years, we have cultivated a supportive environment that provides rigorous training.

The program is an active, exciting, flexible, and challenging setting in which qualified students who share our interests thrive. We welcome your application.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Haven, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

$80 application fee or fee waiver

Recommendations from two teachers and one counselor

School Report with transcript

English proficiency test results - recommended for non-native English-speakers

Mid-Year Report & Final Report

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

50900 USD / year

≈ 50900 USD / year
Out-of-State

50900 USD / year

≈ 50900 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

50900 USD / year

≈ 50900 USD / year

Living costs

New Haven

United States

1380 - 2110 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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